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A small and peaceful medieval 'Circulade', besieged in turn
by Simon de Montfort (leader of the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathars) and
the Black Prince on his famous 'Chevauchée' from coast to coast.
BELLEGARDE-DU-RAZES enjoys; excellent views of the Pyrenees and Black Mountains.
It
is conveniently situated 5k west of BELVEZE- DU- RAZES on the Dl8 and only 15
minutes from the A61 Autoroute. Take some time to wander around the village and
chat to the friendly local people. The unique and charming clock chimes must be
heard. The village itself has a post office and public telephone together with
mobile baker, grocer, greengrocer,
fishmonger and butcher. Additionally, a comprehensive range of shops, bank, cafe
and excellent restaurant can be found in the larger village of BELVEZE, with a
leisure lake, tennis courts, public
